2011 Honda Civic 1.3L Petrol · HG61 FWA

The vehicle presents a reactive maintenance profile rather than a preventative one. While the most recent test on 11 September 2025 at 79,777 miles resulted in a pass, the car failed immediately prior due to thin front brake pads, a critically low nearside rear brake pad under 1.5mm, and a faulty washer system. This trend indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they necessitate an MOT failure, rather than performing routine servicing or inspections between tests. At 79,777 miles, this 15-year-old Honda Civic has averaged approximately 5,300 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 12,000 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 12,000 miles between 2024 and 2025. While the total mileage is low for the age, the infrequent use often leads to rubber degradation, which aligns with the recurring component issues seen in the record. A buyer must inspect the front braking system closely, as the record shows pitted and scored discs alongside thin pads in 2025. The 2023 test also highlighted uneven tyre wear and bald inner edges, which strongly suggests persistent alignment issues or worn suspension components that remain unaddressed. Furthermore, the previous failure for perished ball joint dust covers on both front lower suspension arms indicates that the rubber components are nearing the end of their functional life. The structural integrity of the vehicle remains an unknown variable because the tester noted in multiple years that engine covers and undertrays prevented a full inspection of the sills. A physical inspection must include removing these trims to check for corrosion on the sills, which is common for this generation of Civic. The recurring issues with light bulbs and deteriorated registration plates further suggest a lack of attention to basic vehicle upkeep.